Guttering services
Regular maintenance of your rain gutters is vital to avoid a range of problems that go beyond just the ground below. Damaged or rusted gutters can leak leaving stains on your walls, and weak or broken fasteners may cause the gutter to fall posing a risk to people and property. Routine inspections and prompt repairs ensure your gutters work safely and efficiently.
Your guttering has one simple but important job, which is to carry rainwater away from the roof and channel it safely into the downpipes and the drainage system below. When that flow is interrupted, water spills down the face of the building, soaks into brickwork and pools around the foundations. Over time this leads to damp problems, rotten timbers and even movement in the structure, so it pays to keep the system in good order.
What our guttering work involves
We carry out the full range of guttering work, from clearing and repairing existing runs to fully replacing tired or undersized systems. We can supply and fit UPVC guttering in half round, square line and deep flow profiles, as well as traditional cast iron and modern aluminium for period or larger properties. UPVC is the most popular choice for homes because it is lightweight, low maintenance and available in a range of colours including black, white, brown and grey to match your fascias.
A typical job begins with a careful inspection of the whole system. We check the falls, the joints, the brackets and the outlets, then explain clearly what needs doing and why. Where a run can be cleared and resealed we will do that rather than replace it unnecessarily. Where gutters are split, sagging or simply too small for the roof area, we fit a properly sized new system with correct gradients so water always runs to the outlet.
Signs you need attention
There are some clear warning signs that your guttering needs looking at. Water overflowing during rain, green algae or staining streaking down the wall, plants growing in the gutter, sagging sections, peeling paint near the eaves and damp patches on internal walls all point to a problem. If you spot any of these it is best to act before the water finds its way into the building. Blocked gutters are also a common cause of leaks, which is why we offer a dedicated gutter cleaning service alongside repairs.
Why choose a local family-run firm
Dexters Build Ltd is a family-run roofing and building company with over 10 years of experience serving Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire. We treat every home as if it were our own, turn up when we say we will and leave the site clean and tidy. All of our work is fully guaranteed and we provide free no-obligation quotes so you know exactly where you stand before we start.
Guttering rarely works in isolation, so while we are on site we are happy to look at your fascias and soffits and check the roof itself. If we find a deeper issue we can carry out roof repairs at the same time, saving you the cost and disruption of a second visit. Whether you are in Bedford, Luton or anywhere across the three counties, we are local enough to respond quickly.
If your gutters are overflowing, leaking or simply due an inspection, get in touch for a free no-obligation quote. Call us direct on 07951 017425, ring the landline on 01582 438542 or email info@dextersbuild.co.uk and we will arrange a convenient time to take a look.
